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H898 NDU

1992 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,824 mi
Last recorded22,824 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GS50030,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH898 NDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2025 22,824 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 May 2024 22,167 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2024 22,167 miles

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating brake light switch was not operating properly (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 21,329 miles

front fork stantions slight weaping of oil

Pass 28 Mar 2020 20,763 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake fluid on low mark

Slight oil leak.

Fail 28 Mar 2020 20,763 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake fluid on low mark

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Slight oil leak.

Pass 20 Apr 2017 54,923 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 54,684 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 23,355 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 52,780 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front shocks weak

Pass 16 Jul 2010 52,725 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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H898 NDU is a 1992 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 30,193 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H898 NDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H898 NDU registered?

H898 NDU is a 1992 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 August 1992.

Is H898 NDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H898 NDU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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